“What causes sudden shortness of breath?”
My 16-year-old daughter sometimes has a sudden shortness of breath, which would make her have to sit down and rest at times. What can cause this?
2 Answers
Either cardiac or pulmonary disease
Diseases of the heart and diseases of the lung are the most common causes of acute shortness of breath. Such diseases may include asthma, blood clots, and heart defects. There are of course many potential causes, some minor and some more serious. Of course it is not possible to find a diagnosis without appropriate examination and testing. She should be evaluated by a physician.
